SUPERFOOD INGREDIENTS maca product formats

Our wholesale maca products, are available in the following formats:

Powder: Organic Raw Maca Powder, Organic Gelitanised Maca Powder

Some further detail on each product format and their possible applications in the Food, Beverage, Nutraceutical and Cosmeceutical sectors is provided below.

Organic Raw Maca Powder

Our Organic Raw Maca Powder is ideal for raw treats, health supplements, smoothie mixes, desserts, ice-creams, protein shakes, baking and much more. Our Maca Powder is made 100% from the maca root, is free flowing and shelf stable. It is made from a mix of the three coloured Maca roots, yellow, black and red, but we can also supply Maca powder made from each specific colour as required.

Organic Gelatinised Maca Powder

Our Organic Gelatinised Maca Powder has gone through an extra processing step, where some heat is applied to render the Maca root more easily digestible. Again this powder is ideal for superfood treats, health supplements, smoothie mixes, desserts, ice-creams, protein shakes, baking and much more. Our Gelatinised Maca Powder is made 100% from the maca root, is free flowing and shelf stable. It is made from a mix of the three coloured Maca roots, yellow, black and red, but we can also supply Gelatinised Maca powder made from each specific colour as required.

SUPERFOOD INGREDIENTS maca harvesting and production

Organically Grown in the Peruvian Andes

Also known as Peruvian Ginseng, Maca is a root grown in the Peruvian Andes’ mountains, where it withstands the harsh climates and growing conditions of the high 4000m plateaus. Cultivation of this hardy crop goes back at least 2000 years, where the root was considered by the Incas to be a godly gift.

Superfood Ingredients’ Organic Maca Powder is made from yellow, red and black maca roots. The growing and processing stages are complex and labour intensive to ensure a quality end product. After 6-9 growing months, the roots are harvested, cut and dehydrated at temperatures below 45°C. Once fully dried, the roots are then milled and pulverised to produce the more commonly recognised maca powder.

Historically Maca has been considered very highly by those who lived in the Andes, thanks to its wealth of benefits. In fact, it is reported that Incan warriors would consume Maca before battle for maintaining strength and stamina. Maca became such a valuable commodity that it was actually used as a currency for trade deals.

A Nutrient Boosting Powerhouse

Maca Powder has been making an appearance in a wide range of health products launched in the international market, and is increasingly becoming a pantry staple for the smoothie aficionado. Touted for its energy boosting properties, its good protein content as well as a range of vitamin and minerals, Maca Powder has become a widely popular superfood.

Our Organic Maca Powder (in black, red and yellow varieties) is ideal for use in smoothies, baking, snacks, desserts and protein boosters. Organic, Gluten-Free and RAW. Also ideal for inclusion in a Paleo diet.